Move here
With Stockholm Arlanda Airport less than 20 minutes away from Uppsala City, you’ll always be conveniently connected here. Explore our tips for making your move as smooth as possible. Check out our check list below, learn what documents, visas and permits you might need, how the Swedish tax system and social insurance works.
Preparing your documents
Know what passports, permits and visas you’ll need to make your move to Sweden.
Visas and work permits
Registering with the Tax Agency
Swedish taxes
Uppsala is an easy destination, what ever way you chose to travel.
Getting to Uppsala
Moving your belongings
If your stay in Sweden is longer than 365 days, you are usually entitled to certain residence-based benefits. Here’s how they work.
Social insurance
Check list
Use our essential to-do list and make your move to Sweden and Uppsala extra smooth.
Meet our internationals
“When we got to experience the tranquility and the beautiful environment in Uppsala, we were absolutely convinced that this was the place where we would live.” Antoine Boussaert
More voices from UppsalaDid you know...
… from Uppsala City you’re less than 20 minutes away from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. And from there, it’s just 20 minutes more to Stockholm.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
Picnic in the Park
Time: 16:30-18:30ish
Location: Stadsparken
Uppsala International Hub is organizing an afterwork in the park where you can enjoy the outdoors and meet other internationals. Let's make the most out of the sunny weather!
Bring your own blanket, snacks and whatever you want to drink.
We begin at 16:30, but feel free to join whenever you finish work. We will meet at the Pelle Svanslös statue at and find a place close by so that you can locate us should you arrive a little later.
Warm welcome!
Ask the Hub
Note: Ask the Hub will be held on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Need some advice about moving to or living in Uppsala? With our "Ask the Hub" service you can book a 15-minute digital session (which is usually held on the first and third Wednesday of every month) but will be held on the second and fourth Wednesay in May due to the holidays. In the session, you can discuss your questions, get advice or just see a friendly face.
Job Search Workshop
Please note that this workshop is designed for newcomers as this month's session is a repeat of the workshop that was held in July 2024.
Time: 13-16
Achieving new employment depends on how well candidates are able to conduct a job search. This workshop aims to help participants learn more about applying for jobs, and seeks their participation to share useful information and network with new peers.
Suggested programme Content (to be tailored to participants' needs)
- Setting a job search objective
- Improving CV and Cover letter presentation
- Interviewing skills – both online and in person
- LinkedIn and online presence
- Understanding today’s job market and where to find new roles
- Creating a personal action plan
Requirements
This workshop will be held in English. As we will work collaboratively, all participants are required to bring at least one of the following documents: cv/resumé, cover letter, Linkedin (or similar) profile. We recommend bringing a laptop computer but it is not required.
Join us for this interactive workshop where you can receive feedback from the program facilitator and peers to gain in confidence, clarity, and improve application materials.
Please note that space is limited to 12 participants.